**Embark on a Culinary Expedition with Five-Spice Pecans: A Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Aromatic Flavors**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the extraordinary Five-Spice Pecans, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. These delectable treats are not just ordinary nuts; they are an explosion of taste that will leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this extraordinary dish and guide you through the process of creating these addictive snacks in the comfort of your own kitchen. Brace yourself for a symphony of flavors that will elevate your snacking experience to new heights. Discover the perfect balance of sweet and savory, complemented by the warmth of aromatic spices, in every bite of these irresistible pecans.
FIVE-SPICE PECANS
Talk about a sugar-and-spice treat! Just try to stop eating these toasty, roasty snack nuts. "They're also great sprinkled on all kinds of salads." Anne Leslie - Chandler, IN
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook pecans over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Add the brown sugar, syrup and five-spice powder. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 26g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHINESE FIVE-SPICE PECANS
Chinese five-spice powder typically combines cinnamon, star anise, anise seeds, ginger, and cloves. The combination gives the pecans a sweet, bitter, salty, and pungent flavor that's great.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 1h50m
Yield Makes 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Whisk egg white in a large bowl until foamy, about 30 seconds. Whisk in sugars, soy sauce, five-spice powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add pecans, and toss to coat using a rubber spatula.
- Transfer pecan mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and spread into a single layer using rubber spatula. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 1 hour 10 minutes.
- Transfer sheet to a wire rack, and let stand until cool and hardened, about 30 minutes.
FIVE-SPICE CANDIED PECANS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a shallow baking pan and a 12-inch square of foil, keeping pan and foil separate.
- In a small heavy saucepan bring water to a boil with sugar, five-spice powder, and salt. Stir in pecans and simmer mixture, stirring, 1 minute. Immediately pour mixture evenly into pan and with a metal spatula spread pecans in one layer. Bake mixture in middle of oven 8 minutes, or until pecans turn mahogany-colored and most of liquid is evaporated. Immediately transfer pecans with metal spatula to foil, keeping them in one layer, and cool completely. (Pecans will continue to crisp as they cool.) Break up any pecans that have stuck together. (Candied pecans keep, in layers separated by wax paper, in an airtight container, frozen, 2 weeks.)
FIVE SPICE PECANS
Make and share this Five Spice Pecans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories For Large Groups
Time 2h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the toasted pecans in a 4-quart slow-cooker.
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together the butter, soy sauce, five-spice powder, garlic powder, ginger, and cayenne.
- Pour mixture over the pecans; stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours; stir.
- Spread sheets of waxed paper on your counter.
- Spread nuts out in a single-layer to cool (nuts will be soft initially but will crisp upon cooling).
- Store in air-tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.2, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 146.2, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.9
Tips:
- Choose the right pecans. Look for fresh, plump pecans that are free of blemishes. Avoid any pecans that are shriveled or have dark spots.
- Toast the pecans before using them. Toasting brings out the flavor of the pecans and makes them more crispy. To toast the pecans, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or until they are fragrant and lightly browned.
- Use a variety of spices. The five-spice powder used in this recipe gives the pecans a delicious and complex flavor. However, you can also use other spices to flavor the pecans, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika.
- Be careful not to overcook the pecans. Overcooked pecans will be tough and chewy. To avoid this, cook the pecans for just a few minutes, or until they are heated through.
- Let the pecans cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pecans to become crispy.
Conclusion:
Five-spice pecans are a delicious and versatile snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them spicy, sweet, or somewhere in between, five-spice pecans are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give five-spice pecans a try!
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